Thinking about equations provides an accessible guide to developing an intuitive understanding of mathematical methods and at the same time presents a number of practical mathematical tools for successfully solving problems that arise in engineering and the physical sciences equations form the basis for nearly all numerical solutions and the authors illustrate how a firm understanding of problem solving can lead to improved strategies for computational approaches. An accessible guide to developing intuition and skills for solving mathematical problems in the physical sciences and engineering equations play a central role in problem solving across various fields of study understanding what an equation means is an essential step toward forming an effective strategy to solve it and it also lays the foundation for a more successful and fulfilling work . Thinking about equations provides an accessible guide to developing an intuitive understanding of mathematical methods and at the same time presents a number of practical mathematical tools for successfully solving problems that arise in engineering and the physical sciences equations form the basis for nearly all numerical solutions and the authors illustrate how a firm understanding of problem solving can lead to improved strategies for computational approaches. Thinking about equations provides an accessible guide to developing an intuitive understanding of mathematical methods and at the same time presents a number of practical mathematical tools for successfully solving problems that arise in engineering and the physical sciences equations form the basis for nearly all numerical solutions and the authors illustrate how a firm understanding of problem solving can lead to improved strategies for computational approaches. Thinking about equations a practical guide for developing mathematical intuition in the physical sciences and engineering matt a bernstein phd william a friedman phd rwiley a john wiley sons inc publication